PEK → MUC

Loess Plateau

Unique eroded landscapes and the winding path of the Yellow River shortly after departure from Beijing.

Gobi Desert South

Expansive views of the southern Gobi's sand dunes and rocky formations across Inner Mongolia.

Tian Shan Foothills

Distant glimpses of the snow-capped peaks of the 'Heavenly Mountains' bordering Central Asia.

Aral Sea Remnants

The stark, receding basins and salt flats of what remains of the Aral Sea in Kazakhstan.

Carpathian Mountains

The rugged, forested arc of the Carpathians stretching across Romania and Ukraine.

The Alps

Spectacular views of the northern Alpine range during the descent into Munich, especially if landing from the east.

Yin Mountains

Rugged mountain ranges rising sharply north of the Yellow River loop.

Altai Mountains

Dramatic, glacier-carved peaks where China, Mongolia, Russia, and Kazakhstan meet.

Lake Baikal

Depending on the specific northern routing, you may catch a glimpse of the world's deepest lake to the far north.

Ural Mountains

The geographic border between Asia and Europe, appearing as a long, ancient chain of peaks.

Volga River

The longest river in Europe, visible as it winds through the Russian heartland.

Bavarian Lakes

Beautiful views of Lake Chiemsee and the Isar River valley during the final approach phase.